Multiple choice general knowledge

Who among these is the 'Divine Farmer'?

  1. Fuxi

  2. Huwa

  3. Shennong

  4. Huang Di
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Explanation

In Chinese mythology and history, Shennong is known as the 'Divine Farmer' or 'Divine Agriculturist.' He is a legendary ruler credited with teaching the Chinese people the practices of agriculture and the use of herbal medicines. Shennong is one of the legendary Three Sovereigns and is specifically associated with farming and medicinal plants, unlike Fuxi (culture hero), Huwa, or Huang Di (Yellow Emperor).

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